Mundia calls on mining industry to embrace engineering innovations

NAMPA

2024-12-02

ONGWEDIVA, 02 December 2024 - Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation Acting Executive Director Dr Lisho Mundia. (Photo by: Maria David) NAMPA

ONGWEDIVA, 02 DEC (NAMPA) - Acting Executive Director in the Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation, Dr Lisho Mundia, has said the mining industry must embrace engineering innovations that prioritise resource efficiency, reduce environmental impact and ensure the safety and well-being of local communities.
Mundia made the remarks on Monday during the official opening of the three-day conference on International Engineering by th...

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